Northern California faces heavy rain and snow from major storm with flood warnings
Northern California is experiencing heavy rain and snow from a major storm, leading to flash flood and rockslide warnings. The National Weather Service has extended a flood watch through Saturday for areas north of San Francisco. The storm, classified as a "bomb cyclone," has already caused significant power outages and dangerous conditions. In Washington state, strong winds resulted in nearly 376,000 power outages and two fatalities from falling trees. Forecasts predict up to 16 inches of rain in Northern California and southwestern Oregon, with heavy snow expected in the Sierra Nevada. Travel disruptions include road closures and flight delays at San Francisco International Airport.